2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1978 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1978 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1813 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 ZIL 4104. (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 ZIL 4104. 1978 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Dodge | ZIL |
| Model | Viper | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 3336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3340 mm |
